WWE often licenses rock tunes and other music for its premium live events. Most recently, the company used the Aerosmith classic “Back In The Saddle” to promote Wrestlemania 42 returning to Las Vegas.
On Friday, WWE’s Chief Content Officer Triple H took to X to announce that Nickelback’s latest single, “Bones For The Crows,” will be the official theme song of this year’s show of shows. “They’ve rocked with us for over 20 years, and their new song will soundtrack the Grandest Stage of Them All,” Triple H wrote. “@Nickelback’s “Bones For The Crows” is an official #WrestleMania theme song.”
WWE previously used Nickelback’s “Burn It To the Ground” as the theme for an episode of Raw, and the band has performed live at WWE’s Tribute to the Troops events. Despite Nickelback’s immense popularity, they’ve often been dubbed as “the most hated band in the world,” and a feature length documentary, “Hate To Love: Nickelback,” explored why the band has been subject to so many critical comments and negativity over the years.
One famous fan, however, is wrestling superstar and FOZZY frontman Chris Jericho who previously praised the group. “Super underrated,” Jericho said. “We toured with Nickelback, with FOZZY. I say tour, it was probably seven shows. Amazing band. It’s like going to a house party when you’re a kid and your friends have a band it’s fun. Name five Nickelback songs, I probably couldn’t, until I saw the setlist and I know every single one of these songs. Every one of them. You forget how many great songs they have.”
Wrestlemania 42 is set for Allegiant Stadium on April 18 and 19. A visualizer video for “Bones For The Crows” can be viewed below.
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The Clarion-Ledger has reported that former WWE wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. was acquitted on all 13 federal charges on Friday, March 20, 2026, following a roughly four-hour jury deliberation. The accusations stemmed from a 2023 indictment, centered on wire fraud, theft from federally funded programs, and money laundering, with prosecutors alleging he improperly obtained nearly $3 million in welfare funds meant for impoverished Mississippi families through fictitious contracts. DiBiase Jr. pleaded not guilty, and his defense always contended he legitimately earned the funds.
“A federal jury found Ted DiBiase Jr., a former professional wrestler, not guilty of all criminal counts in his indictment for his involvement in Mississippi’s welfare fraud scandal. Jurors, who heard from at least two dozen witnesses during the trial, deliberated Friday, March 20, for approximately four hours before returning the not guilty verdict.” – The Clarion-Ledger
43-year-old DiBiase Jr., son of WWE Hall of Famer “Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, debuted in professional wrestling in 2006 after training with Chris Youngblood and at Harley Race’s Wrestling Academy. From there, he captured the Fusion Pro Tag Team Championship with his brother, Mike, and briefly competed in Pro Wrestling Noah in Japan. Signing with WWE in 2007, he excelled in developmental Florida Championship Wrestling. However, he didn’t have the same success on the main roster, despite being aligned with a young Cody Rhodes and an already established main-eventer in Randy Orton.
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While fans were excited when news broke that Ax and Smash of Demolition were being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, some were disappointed that Brian Adams, better known as Crush, wasn’t being included. However, it appears Royce Adams, the son of the late Crush, isn’t upset, acknowledging on the Master Class podcast that Demolition’s legacy was firmly established before his dad joined the trio for their final year. Additionally, he remains hopeful for his father to be recognized separately for his solo career one day.
“Well, the way I see it, Demolition’s, their legacy was already well-established before my dad’s arrival because the way I see it, my dad didn’t get involved with Demolition until what? Their literal last year as a team … They’ve already built their own legacy well before my dad’s arrival, and therefore, it’s kind of like their own thing, and as for my dad, I would like to think that he could be honored someday as his own character, you know? As the Crush character.” – Royce Adams
Crush launched his solo WWF career after Demolition disbanded in 1991, returning in 1992 as the fan-favorite Kona Crusa, a Hawaiian surfer in bright attire who memorbaly feuded with Doink the Clown before turning heel and going against Randy Savage, facing him at WrestleMania X. Released in 1995 after injury and suspension, he returned in 1996 as a heel ex-convict in The Nation of Domination, but despite his impressive 6’6″, 315-pound frame and power, he never captured a major singles title or achived main-event status in either WWE or WCW putting his own Hall of Fame induction questionable.
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Following a successful tryout at the Performance Center, Marie Malenko, daughter of wrestling legend Dean Malenko, has officially signed a contract with WWE, according to Bodyslam.net. As a third-generation wrestler, she carries a storied family legacy into the company, though she currently lacks experience, having only debuted for NOAH in February. The belief is that she will report to the Performance Center soon, marking an exciting new chapter for the Malenko lineage in the business.
“Sources indicate to Bodyslam that WWE has signed third-generation wrestler Marie Malenko to a contract and she is expected to report to the PC soon.” – Bodyslam.net
Professional wrestling boasts many talented third-generation stars who built on family legacies, but not all succeed despite high expectations. Natalya, granddaughter of Stu Hart and daughter of Jim Neidhart, stands out as WWE’s pioneering female third-generation wrestler, renowned for her technical prowess. Others include Randy Orton and The Rock. Still, some, like Ted DiBiase Jr., Shaul Guerrero, and Lacey Von Erich, unfortunately, never made the same impact as their relatives.
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WWE superstar Chelsea Green is turning heads online with her latest jaw-dropping social media post. Captioned “I heard Baywatch is back,” Green rocks a vibrant red one-piece swimsuit, confidently channelling Baywatch icon Pamela Anderson with a sultry pose. As of writing, the photo has already amassed over 16k likes, highlighting Green’s undeniable star power and proving that when she isn’t tantalizing fans in the ring, she is slaying in swimwear.
Fox’s Baywatch reboot has received a 12-episode straight-to-series order for the 2026-2027 season, produced by Fremantle and Fox Entertainment. Stephen Amell stars as an adult Hobie Buchannon, now a Baywatch Captain, inheriting his father Mitch’s legacy while navigating surprises, including a secret daughter. The cast also includes Shay Mitchell as Trina, Hassie Harrison as Nat, and, notably, Brooks Nader as Selene, who evokes Pamela Anderson vibes. Production is currently underway in Los Angeles, although no exact premiere date has been set yet.
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In Sam Raimi’s 2002 blockbuster Spider-Man, wrestling legend Randy Savage portrayed the bombastic villain Bonesaw McGraw in the iconic cage-match scene against Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker. And now Propstore is auctioning off Savage’s screen-matched outfit from the film, estimated to fetch between $20,000 and $40,000. This elaborate multiple-piece outfit includes a pleather-and-spandex bodysuit, hand-painted spandex pants, leather-and-metal boots, a studded belt, a barbed-wire-style necklace, cuffs, and XL gloves.
“This ornate ensemble was custom-designed for wrestling icon Randy “Macho Man” Savage, whose own real-world wrestling ensembles are today beloved by collectors and widely imitated in Halloween costumes …This lot exhibits peeling leather on the cuffs and missing studs on the boots. Estimate: $20,000 – 40,000.” – propstoreauction.com
Professional wrestling ring gear and accessories command massive sums in today’s booming memorabilia market. Hulk Hogan’s blood-stained boots from WrestleMania I, the iconic yellow pair he wore in the main event, sold for a record-breaking $1,037,000 at Heritage Auctions recently, the first wrestling item to top seven figures. Similarly, Steve Austin’s event-worn right knee brace from his WrestleMania 38 match fetched nearly $58,000. These sales highlight how rare, screen- or ring-matched pieces from legends drive intense collector demand and sell for sky-high prices.
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In a recent YouTube video, Shane Douglas has revealed that Scott Hall apologized to him several months before Hall’s death. According to Douglas, Hall approached discreetly, saying, “Hey, can we talk?” going on to admit that he and Shawn Michaels were the main instigators behind backstage politics that derailed Douglas’ WWF career in the mid-1990s, clarifying that Kevin Nash, Triple H, and Sean Waltman weren’t involved. Hall would also express regret for his part, saying, “I’m so sorry,” with Douglas immediately accepting the apology.
“He came to me and said, ‘Hey, can we talk?’ Sure, we went and sat down and talked. And he said, ‘Look, he and Shawn were the instigators of the whole thing, and that Kev and Hunter and Pac really had nothing to do with it.’ And he said, ‘We should have never done it to you.’ And he said, ‘I’m so sorry.’ And I said, ‘Bro, I’m so thankful he came and said that. Water under the bridge.’ We literally that day, talked, spoke about it, and put it behind us.” – Shane Douglas
Douglas and Hall had significant backstage heat stemming from Douglas’ brief mid-1990s WWF push as Dean Douglas. Douglas felt sabotaged by politics from the Kliq, who he believed undermined his career, including a controversial Intercontinental Championship change that made him a transitional champion. This created lasting resentment, evident when Douglas confronted Hall backstage at an ECW show years later, ejecting him amid hostility from other ECW talents, including Bam Bam Bigelow and Chris Candido, over past mistreatment. Since then, Douglas has been very open about his resentment towards Hall, but thankfully, it appears he no longer holds a grudge.
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A wild stat has been revealed regarding Jake Roberts’ AEW run, courtesy of popular X.com user @IANdrewDiceClay. In this, the British old-school wrestling fan notes that Jake Roberts has now been with AEW longer than his initial WWE run lasted, illustrating how swiftly time passes. Roberts has been with AEW since 2019 and remains employed despite limited television time, whilst his legendary WWE run went from 1986 to early 1992.
“Hey lads? Got some great news. We are all old as fuck for this reason … Jake The Snake Roberts has now been in AEW longer than his original WWF run. Dont forget to put your teeth in a glass before bed, Grandads.” – @IANdrewDiceClay
70-year-old Jake Roberts, real name Aurelian Smith Jr., debuted in 1975 and became a wrestling icon through his dark charisma and masterful psychology. He gained fame in territories such as the Mid-South and Georgia Championship Wrestling, winning early titles before becoming a true legend during his two WWE stints. He also competed in WCW, AAA, and ECW. Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2014, Roberts would go on to join AEW as a manager and advisor and is one of the few talents to have merchandise produced for both companies.
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WWE Hall of Famer Booker T has criticized the controversial syringe spot from last weekend’s AEW Revolution pay-per-view, where MJF jammed a syringe into the mouth of Adam Page during their intense Texas Death Match. Though he didn’t watch the match, speaking on his podcast, Booker T called the moment “in poor taste,” linking it to real-world associations with needles and drug use. Additionally, he referenced a similar spot in a Swerve Strickland match and shared personal trauma from childhood, having witnessed a family member with a needle in their arm.
“Last time I saw a syringe used like that, it was in a Strickland match, and I didn’t think it was in great taste because, you know, I don’t know what these guys think or understand about needles and drugs and whatnot. But I’ve walked into a room, when I was a kid, on someone in my family, someone close to my family, with a needle in their arm, doing drugs. And it’s something that made me never want to even think about doing drugs like that … I didn’t see it, and I’m not going to comment on the match or anything like that, but I’m glad I didn’t see it.” – Booker T
Retired German deathmatch wrestler Thumbtack Jack introduced the controversial syringe spot into hardcore wrestling during the late 2000s, and previously called out Page for copying it without credit in 2024. Arguably, the most famous instance of this comes from his 2009 CZW Tournament of Death 8 bout, where DJ Hyde jammed syringes into Jack’s mouth. Yet while the spot delivers maximum shock value and visual gore, it is actually considered relatively safe, with clean insertions that heal quickly.
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Arianna Grace, the glamorous WWE Superstar and self-proclaimed “Miss NXT,” is proudly embracing her “champion era,” having taken to Instagram with an eye-popping photo drop. In these recently uploaded pictures, the current TNA Knockouts World Champion poses confidently, with fans in the comments commenting on her beauty and calling her fiancé, fellow wrestler Channing Lorenzo, an incredibly lucky man.
28-year-old Arianna Grace, real name Bianca Carelli, is the daughter of former WWE star Santino Marella and began her wrestling career in 2018 on the independent scene. From there, she would debut in NXT in April 2022, having signed with WWE earlier in the year, working with Nikkita Lyons and Thea Hail, but was unfortunately sidelined following an ACL injury. Still, she wouldn’t let this derail her career, and thanks to NXT’s partnership with TNA, she captured her first title, the TNA Knockouts World Championship, in February 2026 by defeating Léi Yǐng Lee.
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Attitude Era star Al Snow has seemingly addressed the recent OVW referee Dallas Edwards controversy in a cryptic tweet, conceding how insincere relationships flourish in success but vanish amid adversity. Who this was targeted at is unclear, but Snow has been heavily criticized online for how poorly OVW officials handled the Edwards situation, especially the extremely delayed response in getting medical help.
For those unaware, referee Edwards suffered a seizure, concussion, and subdural hematoma during OVW’s television taping last week after he took a blow to the head. And while accidents regularly occur in matches, some have called the fact that wrestlers moved him aside amid convulsions total negligence. High-profile critics have since slammed the “show must go on” attitude demonstrated, with former OVW co-owner Jim Cornette ripping the current OVW leadership, including Snow, for the way they handled the situation. Still, it should be noted that both OVW and Snow have pledged to change and improve their existing protocols.
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According to a tweet by ESPN’s Shams Charania, Dennis Rodman, the eccentric NBA Hall of Famer and rebounding legend known for his pivotal role in the Chicago Bulls’ 1990s dynasty, will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class. The ceremony takes place on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas, ahead of WrestleMania 42, and will also feature Stephanie McMahon, AJ Styles, and Demolition.
64-year-old Rodman, who famously skipped an NBA Finals practice for one match, had a brief wrestling career, mostly in WCW from 1997 to 1999. At Bash at the Beach 1997, he and Hollywood Hogan lost to Lex Luger & The Giant, then at 1998’s Bash at the Beach, Rodman and Hogan reteamed to defeat DDP and Karl Malone, capitalizing on the NBA Finals rivalry. His final WCW outing saw him lose a chaotic hardcore match to Randy Savage at Road Wild 1999. Additionally, Rodman wrestled Curt Hennig three times in 2000 for Australia’s i-Generation Wrestling.
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